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Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated!

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A rustic cabin with a red roof and wooden walls, surrounded by trees.
A cluster of wooden cabins surrounded by snow-covered trees and a mountain in the background.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a microwave.
A cabin with a wooden deck and a red roof, surrounded by tall trees.
A wooden interior with a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Vallecito Lake

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bayfield, CO
  • Place, Vallecito Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Pinos River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Dalton Ranch Golf Club and Cliffs at Tamarron are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eagle Park and James Ranch. Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum and Ute Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging, snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Map
Bayfield, CO

What's nearby

  • Vallecito Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Los Pinos River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 45 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 47 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Durango Hot Springs Spa - 51 min drive - 56.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weminuche Woodfire Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Altitude ATV & Side-by-Side Rentals - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lake House Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Shovel Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Virginia's Lodge and Cabins - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Croll Cabins-DeSpain Schoolhouse-#1 on Vallecito Lake. Newly renovated! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Vallecito Lake and Los Pinos River. Lake SImpatico Trailhead is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Excellent property, exactly as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake Cabin!

Absolutely loved our stay! Gorgeous lawns overlooking the water, fire pits, sea kayaks, volleyball court, picnic tables, lawn chairs, dog friendly - they have it all there for your lake cabin experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to book our next trip.

Everything was amazing, the cabin was clean and stocked, the beds were so comfortable. We are already looking into booking our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience and Beautiful Accomodations

Great place to spend time with friends and/or family. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

So beautiful and lots to do for multi-generation family trip. Hosts Charlotte and Emily were friendly and helpful. Hope to return next summer:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Mike, did an amazing job of meeting us as well as being helpful with everything that we asked or was needed. Amenitites were excellent. Location was great for all of our needs. We will definitly be back and I have already recommended the cabin to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice mountain get-away

The cabin was more than adequate, the location right on the lake was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Lake cabin plus mountain view to boot

Immensely Enjoyed kayaking and SUP right from the property. Compact cabin but had everything that was needed. Loved family time, and inner tubing down the river out front.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home away from home!

Loved our stay here! Property was a little remote but as long as you're aware of the drive times to Durango and surrounding areas it's no big deal. Clean, completely stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a week away from home. I cooked a lot and the cabin had all the utensils etc plus two grills for our use. My kids had a blast playing with other kids at the little play areas, and with the outdoor game sets the cabins offered. We also made use of the free kayak and paddle boards in the gorgeous lake. Fishing, relaxing, bonfires and starry skies... Really could not have asked for more! Great hosts as well. Definetely recommend as long as you can unplug from tech (spotty WiFi and no cable) but if you can, great family destination!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Must want to relax

Very little internet and very few neighbors, which was fine..but the one group of neighbors we had wanted to talk outside, and loud, late into the night. One restaurant near the cabin, closed on Tuesdays. Be prepared to drive into Durango for a meal if you did not pack your own. Might sound like I'm complaining but other than the neighbors, I am not. Definitely will go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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